EXPLAINER: How Newcastle’s EFL Cup win could affect European qualification

Newcastle United secured their first silverware of the 2024/25 season with a 2-1 victory over Liverpool in the EFL Cup final at Wembley on Sunday.

While the triumph was a historic moment for the club, it also has significant implications for European qualification.

The EFL Cup winners are typically granted a place in the UEFA Conference League playoff stage.

However, Newcastle’s league position could alter the allocation of European…